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Organizers Prepare For Larger Crowds At Honda Classic

Additional Parking, Buses Coming To PGA National For Next Week's Golf Tournament

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Updated: 5:41 AM EST Feb 20, 2012

Organizers Prepare For Larger Crowds At Honda Classic

Additional Parking, Buses Coming To PGA National For Next Week's Golf Tournament

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Updated: 5:41 AM EST Feb 20, 2012

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. —

Organizers of the Honda Classic are preparing for the expected larger-than-usual crowds since Tiger Woods announced he would be participating in this year's tournament for the first time.

A major undertaking was in progress Monday at PGA National Resort & Spa in preparation for next week's start.

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"It starts with scaffolding that's brought in from around the country," said Brent Waugh, director of operations for the Honda Classic.

The $650,000 worth of metal was being assembled so spectators can enjoy the views of the tournament.

Now that Woods has committed to playing in the tournament, it also means organizers have to make sure they can handle the extra crowds.

Waugh said organizers are working with Palm Beach Gardens police, the FBI and volunteers to "control the crowds." He said they're also adding additional parking and making sure about 60 buses are operating -- an increase from 40 last year.

Lukus Harvey, the director of ergonomics who oversees five courses at PGA National, has turned much of his attention to the Champions Course.

"Every hour of daylight is spent here, and then next week it goes to another whole level," said Harvey.